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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Hunter
ManTech
Herndon, VA 20170
ManTech seeks a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Senior Cybersecurity Threat Hunter to join our team in Herndon, VA.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with incident response teams to investigate, analyze, and remediate identified threats. Identify and assess the capabilities and activities of cyber criminals or foreign intelligence entities; design and administer procedures in the organization that sustains the security of the organization’s data and access to its technology and communications systems. Identify, deter, monitor, and investigate computer and network intrusions. Provide computer forensic support to high technology investigations in the form of evidence seizure, computer forensic analysis, and data recovery. Monitor and assess complex security devices for patterns and anomalies from raw events (DNS, DHCP, AD, SE logs), tag events for Tier 1 & 2 monitoring. Analyze network traffic, system logs, and other data sources to detect anomalies and indicators of compromise (IOCs). Conduct detailed analysis of malicious code, attack vectors, and threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Minimum Qualifications
12+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on threat hunting, threat analysis, or incident response and a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field of study. An 8570 compliant certification, such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, GCIA, or relevant certifications. Proficiency with threat hunting tools and platforms (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack, CrowdStrike, Carbon Black). Strong understanding of network protocols, system logs, and security event correlation. Experience in analyzing malware, attack vectors, and threat actor TTPs. Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree Experience working in a government or defense environment. Familiarity with DHS policies and procedures. Knowledge of broader cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001). Clearance Requirements
Must have a current/active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI. The ability to obtain and maintain a DHS EOD suitability is required prior to starting this position. Physical Requirements
Must be able to be in a stationary position more than 50% of the time Must be able to communicate, converse, and exchange information with peers and senior personnel Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery Must be able to exchange accurate information in presentations and discussions with co-workers, management, and customers Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Software Development Get notified about new Cyber Threat Investigator jobs in Herndon, VA.
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Collaborate with incident response teams to investigate, analyze, and remediate identified threats. Identify and assess the capabilities and activities of cyber criminals or foreign intelligence entities; design and administer procedures in the organization that sustains the security of the organization’s data and access to its technology and communications systems. Identify, deter, monitor, and investigate computer and network intrusions. Provide computer forensic support to high technology investigations in the form of evidence seizure, computer forensic analysis, and data recovery. Monitor and assess complex security devices for patterns and anomalies from raw events (DNS, DHCP, AD, SE logs), tag events for Tier 1 & 2 monitoring. Analyze network traffic, system logs, and other data sources to detect anomalies and indicators of compromise (IOCs). Conduct detailed analysis of malicious code, attack vectors, and threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Minimum Qualifications
12+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on threat hunting, threat analysis, or incident response and a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field of study. An 8570 compliant certification, such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, GCIA, or relevant certifications. Proficiency with threat hunting tools and platforms (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack, CrowdStrike, Carbon Black). Strong understanding of network protocols, system logs, and security event correlation. Experience in analyzing malware, attack vectors, and threat actor TTPs. Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree Experience working in a government or defense environment. Familiarity with DHS policies and procedures. Knowledge of broader cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001). Clearance Requirements
Must have a current/active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI. The ability to obtain and maintain a DHS EOD suitability is required prior to starting this position. Physical Requirements
Must be able to be in a stationary position more than 50% of the time Must be able to communicate, converse, and exchange information with peers and senior personnel Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery Must be able to exchange accurate information in presentations and discussions with co-workers, management, and customers Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Software Development Get notified about new Cyber Threat Investigator jobs in Herndon, VA.
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